Bereavement counselling

The following list gives just some of the organisations that offer help and support:

Cruse Bereavement Care is a charity that provides care to anyone who has been affected by a death. They also run a youth involvement project to support young people (aged 12-18) after the death of someone close to them.

The Samaritans provide 24 hour confidential emotional support for anyone in a crisis.

Support Line provides confidential emotional support to children, young people and adults on any issue. They refer callers to sources of help in their immediate area.

Child Death Helpline is a helpline based at Great Ormond Street Hospital that offers help and support to anyone affected by the death of a child. It is run by parent volunteers who are supported by a professional team.

Child Bereavement UK supports families and educates professionals when a baby or child of any age dies or is dying, or when a child is facing bereavement.